Sustainable Pharmaceutical Packaging Solutions Checklist
šDeepak Jha
Eliminating PVC from Packaging
[ ] Utilize monomaterial polyethylene (PE) thermoform blister and lidding film
[ ] Ensure recyclability in RIC #1 PET stream
[ ] Verify compatibility with existing form, fill, and seal lines
[ ] Maintain line speed without retooling requirements
Portability and Protection
[ ] Combine strip pack portability with blister user-friendly design
[ ] Provide superior protection compared to PET-ALU-PE-based laminates
[ ] Implement push-through mechanism adapted from Tobepal Opening Feature (TOF)
[ ] Customize design to meet specific technical and regulatory requirements
Manufacturing Compatibility
[ ] Ensure compatibility with pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment
[ ] Verify recyclability in RIC #1 PET stream
[ ] Eliminate multi-material structures that are not recyclable
[ ] Promote sustainable manufacturing processes
Design Services and Prototyping
[ ] Offer comprehensive design services
[ ] Include thermoform and seal tooling options
[ ] Provide sealing machines
[ ] Implement EnviroSense⢠PaperBlister⢠Package made from renewable resources
Adaptability and Precision
[ ] Ensure adaptability for various materials (thermoforming films, cold-form foils)
[ ] Utilize precision-driven machines with servo technology
[ ] Enhance speed and accuracy in packaging processes
[ ] Provide secure containment options for highly potent pharmaceutical ingredients
[ ] Offer compact and versatile machines for short-run and small-batch production
Transparent and Recyclable Blister Package
[ ] Implement fully transparent recyclable mid-barrier blister package
[ ] Ensure barrier protection against moisture
[ ] Use polyolefin blister film with barrier polypropylene (PP) lidding film
[ ] Offer fully recyclable polyester mono-material blister and lidding combination for non-barrier products
AI-Powered Quality Control
[ ] Implement deep learning algorithms for computer vision systems
[ ] Perform defect detection in blister packaging
[ ] Inspect seal integrity
[ ] Verify tablet/capsule presence and orientation
[ ] Check printed information accuracy
[ ] Detect missing or broken tablets
[ ] Identify inconsistencies in color, size, or shape
Rajendra Parekh Kalanidhi